FAQs

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Should I bring cash to the wedding as my gift?

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We are grateful for any generosity we receive. Though Cash is an option, the Ritz Carlton suggests: Zelle or Apple Pay: Tel. # (302) 463-1192, as we are advised these are the safest options. Otherwise, CashApp: $SJM22 Many, many thanks!

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Who do I call for wedding specific questions?

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WhatsApp: Veronica Allen-Anderson @ (302) 377-3396; Sharon M. Garrison @ (302) 377-6527

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Is the water safe to drink?

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Government officials insist that the water in Turks and Caicos is safe to drink. Nonetheless, if you prefer not to, bottled water is readily available throughout the islands.

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What type of currency is used?

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The legal currency for the Turks and Caicos Islands is the US dollar.

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Does the Turks and Caicos Islands have taxis? Public transportation?

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There are quite a few modes of transportation in which tourists can get around. From taxi services, renting a car, moped, scooter, golf cart to riding a bicycle. Many hotels also offer shuttle services, especially to and from the airport. **PLEASE NOTE MOST TAXIS ONLY ACCEPT CASH.**

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What are the standards for tipping?

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Standard tipping ranges from 10% to 20%, some restaurants include gratuity in the bill automatically.

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What are the vaccination requirements when travelling to the Turks and Caicos Islands?

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Persons travelling to the Turks and Caicos from countries or areas endemic with yellow fever should show evidence that they have had their yellow fever vaccine.

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What time zone is Turks and Caicos in?

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Eastern Standard Time (EST) as the year round time observed in Turks and Caicos.

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Are banks and ATM's easily accessible in the Turks and Caicos?

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The Turks and Caicos Islands boasts multiple banking institutions located throughout the islands, and most stores or places of business accept major credit cards. There are also ATM’s found throughout the islands.

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In case of emergencies, are hospitals in close proximity of tourist attractions and towns?

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The Turks and Caicos Islands have two state of the art medical facilities: Cheshire Hall Medical Centre (on Providenciales) tel. 649/941-2800 Cockburn Town Medical Centre (on Grand Turk) tel. 649/941-2900 In addition to these hospitals, there are private medical facilities in Providenciales, and on the other islands there are community clinics. For emergencies call tel. 911 or 999 for an ambulance, to report a fire, or to contact the police.

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Is there a QR Code to upload guest's photos taken at wedding?

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Yes. Please see Veronica, Michelle Anderson, or Sharon (Michelle) for table placement of the Code, or scan via this link: https://onedrive.live.com/?authkey=%21AEWnBceAR8fULgk&id=17C980A5FA507FA9%2123589&cid=17C980A5FA507FA9&parId=root&parQt=sharedby&o=OneUp